Topical Episode: “Radical Hospitality”

In this episode of the Searching Inward Podcast, Scott Reall, Seth Abram and Anna Bryant talk about the concept of radical hospitality, a theme inspired by Henri Nouwen’s book, “Reaching Out.” They discuss how this idea of creating a safe and non-judgemental space plays out in Restore Small Groups’ process.

“The things that are shared within the group are to remain within the group. Things like it is not a place to give and receive advice. It is simply a place to share, which makes it so safe because you know that whatever you put out there is not going to be corrected. It’s not going to be even really commented on in any kind of way, except for like ‘Thank you for sharing that,’ and I can’t tell you the power of how safe that feels.” -Anna [03:58]

“I think that the key to our groups is just always forward thinking. What would be different if you could grow out of this space? And that’s what it really comes down to is growth and the hope that comes from I can grow out of this.” -Scott [24:00]

“Our neurobiology is affected and shaped most by others. Or you could just say, we are hurt in community, and we are healed in community.” -Seth [35:48]

TIMESTAMPS

[00:05] Intro

[01:17] The inspiration of Henri Nouwen

[03:18] Ensuring groups remain a safe & non-judgemental space

[05:24] The power of compassionate presence

[13:52] Personal stories in a group

[19:35] Inviting people to change from within

[24:25] Transforming isolation into meaningful connection

[27:38] The impact of feeling seen

[29:14] Embracing vulnerability and authenticity

[31:57] Radical hospitality is a two-way street

[36:53] The spiritual dimension of radical hospitality

[40:36] Final thoughts

[41:49] Outro

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Resources:

Reaching Out by Henri Nouwen

How to Be an Adult in Relationships: The Five Keys to Mindful Loving by David Richo